Anduran in India

The Anduran have only been reported in India
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Largest Religion
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* Data can be from various sources including official census, agencies, and local research. Data from these sources can sometimes differ even by orders of magnitude. Joshua Project attempts to present a conservative, balanced estimate.

Introduction / History

The Anduran people, with roots deep in the Indian subcontinent, have a long and storied history. They have traditionally inhabited the fertile plains and have been known for their agricultural expertise. Over the centuries, the Anduran have adapted to various socio-political changes.

They speak Konkani, the language of Goa, but live further south in the state of Karnataka.


What Are Their Lives Like?

Today, the Anduran people primarily live in rural villages, engaging in farming and animal husbandry. They grow crops such as rice, wheat and pulses and many families also rear livestock.

Their communities are close-knit, emphasizing strong family connections and mutual assistance. They place a high value on family, hospitality, and respect for elders, ensuring that their religious and cultural traditions are handed down through generations.


What Are Their Beliefs?

The Anduran people practice Hinduism, worshiping multiple deities and observing various religious rituals and festivals, including Diwali, Holi, and Makar Sankranti. Their belief system focuses on principles such as dharma (duty), karma (action and consequence), and ahimsa (non-violence). Like most Hindus, the Anduran people have their favorite deities that they believe will help them in their daily lives.


What Are Their Needs?

The Anduran people need improved access to quality education to provide better opportunities for their children. Enhanced healthcare services are essential due to the scarcity of medical facilities and the prevalence of preventable illnesses. Economic support through advanced agricultural techniques, better market access, and vocational training can strengthen their livelihoods. Infrastructure development, including better roads, clean water supplies, and reliable electricity, will greatly benefit the Anduran community. Addressing these needs will help the Anduran people achieve greater socio-economic stability.


Prayer Points

Pray for an unstoppable movement to Christ among the Anduran people in India.
Pray for the Lord to thrust out loving and dedicated ambassadors.
Pray there will soon come a day when Anduran Christ followers will disciple others in his ways.


Scripture Prayers for the Anduran in India.


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Profile Source:   Joshua Project  

People Name General Anduran
People Name in Country Anduran
Alternate Names अंडुरान
Population this Country 2,800
Population all Countries 2,800
Total Countries 1
Indigenous Yes
Progress Scale 1
Unreached Yes
Frontier People Group Yes
Pioneer Workers Needed 1
PeopleID3 16217
ROP3 Code 111329
Country India
Region Asia, South
Continent Asia
10/40 Window Yes
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank 11  (Open Doors top 50 rank, 1 = highest persecution ranking)
Districts Interactive map, listing and data download
Specialized Website South Asia Peoples
Country India
Region Asia, South
Continent Asia
10/40 Window Yes
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank 11  (Open Doors top 50 rank, 1 = highest persecution ranking)
Total States 1
  Karnataka 2,800
Website South Asia Peoples
Primary Religion: Hinduism
Major Religion Percent *
Buddhism
0.00 %
Christianity  (Evangelical 0.00 %)
0.00 %
Ethnic Religions
0.00 %
Hinduism
100.00 %
Islam
0.00 %
Non-Religious
0.00 %
Other / Small
0.00 %
Unknown
0.00 %
* From latest India census data.
Current Christian values may substantially differ.
Primary Language Konkani (1,100 speakers)
Language Code knn   Ethnologue Listing
Language Written Yes   ScriptSource Listing
Total Languages 3
Secondary Languages
Kannada
800
Konkani, Goan
600
Primary Language Konkani (1,100 speakers)
Language Code knn   Ethnologue Listing
Total Languages 3
Secondary Languages
  Kannada 800
  Konkani, Goan 600
People Groups Speaking Konkani
Map Source People Group data: Omid. Map geography: UNESCO / GMI. Map Design: Joshua Project  
Profile Source Joshua Project 
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